1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
