1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 649 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2540 mm |
