1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1967 Ford Corsair

To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Corsair weights approximately 85 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 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1967 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Fiat Uno 1967 Ford Corsair
Make Fiat Ford
Model Uno Corsair
Year Released 1983 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1301 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 20.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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