1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Vedette 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Vedette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |