1982 Buick Estate vs. 1990 Fiat Uno

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 965 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 1982 Buick Estate 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 1982 Buick Estate. 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Buick Estate 1990 Fiat Uno
Make Buick Fiat
Model Estate Uno
Year Released 1982 1990
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6596 cc 1367 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2370 mm


 

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