1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 770 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Uno | 88 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
