1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Cortina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |