1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 14 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
