1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 475 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 1972 Fiat Dino 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 1972 Fiat Dino. 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Dino | Uno |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |