1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1965 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zephyr 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 1965 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1965 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1965 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
