1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 605 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 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | Altea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
