1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 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.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
