1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 200 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 1973 Ford Capri 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 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 1973 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Capri |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
