1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2002 Ford Econovan 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 2002 Ford Econovan. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
