1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Olympia 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 1969 Opel Olympia. 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
