1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 385 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
