1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 1984 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
