2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Orion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 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 | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
