1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
