1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 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 (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
