1984 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Orion | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |