1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
