2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
