1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1975 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Uno | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
