1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 59 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
