1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
