1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
