1992 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Orion | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Orion | Panda |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |