1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 5 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 1988 Lada 2104. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Uno | 2104 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |