1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Sport Spider weights approximately 234 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
