1993 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1993 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Cortina (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Cortina weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Cortina 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 1982 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1982 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
