1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 260 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 1979 Triumph TR7 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 1979 Triumph TR7. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Uno | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
