1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 15 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 970 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Uno | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |