1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1992 Ford Orion
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Ford Orion (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1992 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
