1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 29 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 249 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, 2012 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Agila |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
