1986 Ford Orion vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 296 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1948 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Orion | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |