1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 284 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2370 mm |
