1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |