1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | Uno |
Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |