1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1986 Fiat Uno is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Uno weights approximately 345 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Fiat Uno (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
