1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Uno | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
