2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 26 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Orion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
