1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1992 Innocenti 990 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1992 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Tempo | 990 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2050 mm |
