1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 210 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 1977 Zastava 1500 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 1977 Zastava 1500. 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, 1977 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Uno | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
