1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Uno and 1983 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1983 Skoda Rapid R 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 Skoda Rapid R. 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 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Uno | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |