1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 616 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
