1986 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Orion | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 35 L |
