2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
