1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, both vehicles can yield 119 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
