1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1985 Fiat Uno and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 650 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Uno | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Uno | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |