1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 105 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, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
