1959 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. 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 (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Orion |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |