1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1992 Fiat Tempra and 1992 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Falcon 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 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 1992 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Tempra | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | Falcon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |