2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
