1984 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Uno | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 309 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
