1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1995 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1995 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
