1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno. 1990 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
