1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 307 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Fit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
