1980 BMW 628 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 705 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 1980 BMW 628 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 1980 BMW 628. 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 628 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
