1990 Ford Orion vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Orion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
