1986 Ford Orion vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Orion | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
