1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1974 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
