2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
