1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
