2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Ford Orion
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1991 Ford Orion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Orion |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |