1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1988 Vauxhall Carlton 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 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Uno | Carlton |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |