1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Mazda 818
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 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818. 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, 1978 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 818 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 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 818 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
