1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 945 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
