2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Tempo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |