1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 339 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 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 1974 Fiat 500. 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 (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
