1994 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1994 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 291 kg more than 1994 Fiat Uno.
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 Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Uno | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Fiat | Austin |
| Model | Uno | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
