1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Uno | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
