1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Ford Tempo

To start off, both 1983 Fiat Uno and 1983 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 304 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Fiat Uno 1983 Ford Tempo
Make Fiat Ford
Model Uno Tempo
Year Released 1983 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 806 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2540 mm


 

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