1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 178 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 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 |
