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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 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 92 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 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 | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |