2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 21 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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 (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
