2008 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
