1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 820 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 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
