1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1749 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
