1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Fiat Uno. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1984 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Uno |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
