1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Ford O21 C
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford O21 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 272 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, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1999 Ford O21 C has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford O21 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Ford O21 C | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | O21 C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
