1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1953 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
