1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1972 Ford Torino
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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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 Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Torino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
