1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
