1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 309 is newer by 6 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
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 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 309 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
