1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Ford Orion
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Orion weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 1960 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1993 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
