1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 317 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 159 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 | 1133 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |