1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 801 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
