1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 250 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
