1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1960 mm |
