1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 700. 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 (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
