1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 48 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.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
