1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Escort weights approximately 11 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. 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 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1956 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Escort |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 31 L |