1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 12 M 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 1968 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
