1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1994 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
