1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 172 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
