1987 Fiat Uno vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1987 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Uno | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Record |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
