1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
