2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
