1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 3-Litre | Uno |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |