Fiat Tempra 159 1.8 i.e. (105 Hp)
Fiat Tempra:
The Fiat Tempra is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Fiat from 1990 to 1996 in Italy. The Tempra was intended as a replacement for the Fiat Regata. The original project was called Tipo 3, being a mid-size car between the Fiat Tipo and the bigger Fiat Croma. The Tempra shared its Type Three platform with the Lancia Dedra and Alfa Romeo 155.
The Tempra was named the 1991 Semperit Irish Car of the Year in Ireland. In Brazil, the Tempra was built from 1991 to 1998. The car was also assembled in Turkey by Tofaş and in Vietnam by Mekong Auto in complete knock down until 2000....(Read more on Wikipedia)
159 Overview:
Fiat Tempra (159). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1171 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (105 hp), ideal for city commuting.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(159: 1994 - 1996).
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
| Model: | Tempra |
| Generation: | 159 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i.e. (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 1992 |
| End of production: | April, 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 137 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 159A4.000 More details about the engine 159A4.000 |
| Engine displacement: | 1756 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1171 |
| Max. weight: | 1300 |
| Max load: | 129 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4354 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1445 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front overhang: | 918 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 896 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
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