1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
