1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 749 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 Nissan 300 ZX 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 Nissan 300 ZX. 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 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
