1994 Fiat Uno vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1994 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Uno weights approximately 69 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Uno | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Uno | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
