1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4 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 1959 Riley 4. 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, 1959 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Uno | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |