1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |
