1986 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 18 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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 (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
