1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Orion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
