1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 260 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, 1989 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (85 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
