1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 31 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
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, 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
