1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 51 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
