1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
