1994 Fiat Uno vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1994 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 66 kg more than 1994 Fiat Uno.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Uno | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Cortina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |