1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 214 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
