1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 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 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
