1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro 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 29 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Allegro | Uno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
