1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 302 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. 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 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
