1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Granada |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 68.5 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |