1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. Both 1989 Fiat Uno and 1971 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1971 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
