1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,317 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Fiat Uno (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Uno | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1317 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 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 |
