1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
