2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
