1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 13 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
