1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1989 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1989 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 750 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |