1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 50 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. 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 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Uno | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
