1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 600 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. 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 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
