1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1981 Fiat 131 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 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 131 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
