1961 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1993 Fiat Uno is newer by 32 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Uno (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Uno weights approximately 150 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, 1993 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
