1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | Uno |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |