1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 128 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
