1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 18 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 669 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Solara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |