1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Uno and 1983 BMW 325 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 329 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.
Because 1983 BMW 325 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 1983 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 1983 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Uno | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
