2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
