1986 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 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, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 240 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 (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Orion | Fabia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |