1961 Austin 7 vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
