1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Mirafiori | Tempo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |