1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1994 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 Fiat Uno.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1994 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
