1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1994 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Uno weights approximately 339 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1994 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
