1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
