2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
