1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 510 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 1973 Ferrari 308 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 1973 Ferrari 308. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
