1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Uno and 1983 Ford Meteor were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 85 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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Meteor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |