2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 194 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
