1984 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1984 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Uno | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Uno | 118 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
