1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Tempo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
