1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 355 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1950 mm |
