Fiat Tempra 159 1.9 D (65 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 119 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.4 s). The top speed reaches 162 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 (78 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.4 sec).
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 7.4 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 500 Liters.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Tempra
Generation:159
Modification (Engine):1.9 D (65 Hp)
Start of production:1990
End of production:1993
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:65 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power per litre:33.7 Hp/l
Torque:119 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:160 A7.000
Engine displacement:1929
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:5 l
Coolant:8.8 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82.6 mm
Piston Stroke:90 mm
Compression ratio:21:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:6.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:17.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:17.4 sec
Maximum speed:162 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:17.4 kg/Hp, 57.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.5 kg/Nm, 105.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:16.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1130
Max. weight:1670
Max load:540
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:500 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4354 mm
Width:1695 mm
Height:1445 mm
Wheelbase:2540 mm
Front track:1435 mm
Rear (Back) track:1415 mm
Front overhang:918 mm
Rear overhang:896 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/65 R14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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