1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 11 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1986 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Orion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
