1995 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Uno weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Uno | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
