1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Tempo weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Fit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2499 mm |
