1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
