1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 58 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Uno | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Escort |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 53.3 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |