1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 2 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 514 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 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Wildcat | Uno |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
