2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Uno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
