1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1994 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
