1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 1992 Ford Orion
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1992 Ford Orion (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Vivace | 1992 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Orion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
