1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
