1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 162 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 Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
