1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 21 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1019 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 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |