2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 1986 Ford Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Orion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 183 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 | 860 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
