1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 1976 Ford Escort. 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 (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1976 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |