1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
