1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Mirafiori | Orion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
