1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Uno and 1983 Plymouth Caravelle were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 454 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, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Uno | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |