1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Orion |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
