1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 164 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
