1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
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 Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 121 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 Zephyr. 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
