1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (78 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 426 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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, 1984 Ford Orion (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 87 L |
