1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 660 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 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
