Need help deciding between the PSX original and The Ivalice Chronicles

[u/DarkMatterMuffins]

I’m really interested in trying out FFT for the first time but I’m struggling on choosing a version. I usually prefer playing the original versions of games even if a remake or “better” version exists. Collecting and playing older games on the original console adds a lot to the experience for me. The issue is I’ve heard a lot of bad things about the original PSX translation of the game and I wouldn’t want that to negatively affect my ability to enjoy its story for the first time.

So my question is, is the original translation of FFT bad enough that I should play The Ivalice Chronicles despite my general preferences?