2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio. 1993 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
