1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 214 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.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
