1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1980 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Golf (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Golf (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1980 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
