1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
