1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Uno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
