1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 14 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 260 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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Puma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
