1984 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 3 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Laser weights approximately 110 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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Uno. 1987 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Uno | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Laser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
