1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 619 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 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
