1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 268 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
