1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Porsche 911

To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Fiat Uno 1978 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Uno 911
Year Released 1985 1978
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1116 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 80 L


 

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