2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
