1990 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1990 Fiat Panda and 1990 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Panda | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Tempo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |