1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. 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 (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
