2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Ford Orion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Orion |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |