1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Uno weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
