1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 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 28 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Honda S500 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 1963 Honda S500. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | S500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
