1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 29 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 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 492 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
