1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2455 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 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 2001 Ford Excursion 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. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 167 L |
