1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 480 weights approximately 245 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | 480 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
