1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1982 Renault 9 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
