1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 1.5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Uno | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1317 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
