1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
