1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 79 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
