1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 400 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 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1983 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Capri |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
