1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 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 (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 695 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 |
