1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 915 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | Uno |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |