1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus 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 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1963 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
