1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Orion weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 124 | 1994 Ford Orion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Orion |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |