1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 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 (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Tempo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
