1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 805 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.
Because 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uno | 280 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
