1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 25 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1811 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
