1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1988 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |