1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 198 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |