1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Renault 12
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 12 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1979 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
