1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Ford Prefect weights approximately 37 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect 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 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
