Fiat UNO 146A 1.7 D (58 Hp)
Fiat UNO:
The Fiat Uno is a supermini manufactured and marketed by Fiat. Launched in 1983, the Uno was produced over a single generation in three and five-door hatchback body styles until 1995 in Europe and until 1 January 2014 in Brazil. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign, the Uno strongly recalled the high-roof, up-right packaging of Giugiaro's 1978 Lancia Megagamma concept, in a smaller configuration.
With over 8,800,000 built, it is the eighth most produced automobile platform in history, after the Volkswagen Beetle, Ford Model T, Fiat 124, 1965–1970 GM B platform, 1981–1997 GM J platform, 1961–1964 GM B platform, and 1977–1990 GM B platform....(Read more on Wikipedia)
146A Overview:
Fiat UNO (146A). With 100 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~6 l/100km). Weighing only 870 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.9 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (114 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.4 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.2 L/100 km for its class.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (270 L); may require careful packing.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(146A: 1987 - 1987).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | UNO |
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| Generation: | 146A |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 D (58 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1989 |
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| End of production: | 1993 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3-5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 58 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 34.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
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| Torque: | 100 Nm @ 2900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 146 B2.000 More details about the engine 146 B2.000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1698 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
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| Coolant: | 8.9 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82.6 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 79.2 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 20:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15 kg/Hp, 66.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.1 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 870 |
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| Max. weight: | 1320 |
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| Max load: | 450 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 970 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3690 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1560 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1420 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1340 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1300 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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