1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
