1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Ford Orion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Orion |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |