1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 485 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 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
