2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
