1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 442 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Falcon 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 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
