1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1961 Riley 4 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 1961 Riley 4. 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, 1961 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Uno | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |