1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 131 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |