1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 22 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1045 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
