1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 266 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
