1983 Ford Orion vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 131 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 104 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
