1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 218 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Uno |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
