1990 Ford Orion vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion.
Because 1977 Zastava 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Orion | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
