1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Riley 4 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Uno | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
