1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 125 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 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 1970 Fiat 125. 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 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 125 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
