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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 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. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 4 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 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 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |