1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
