1977 Austin Marina vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina 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 12 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Marina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1977 Austin Marina 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 1977 Austin Marina. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Uno |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |