1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Uno | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |