1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 67 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. 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, 1963 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1963 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Consul |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 65.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |