1986 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 25 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Orion | Strada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
