1986 Buick Estate vs. 1989 Fiat Uno

To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Buick Estate 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 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Estate 1989 Fiat Uno
Make Buick Fiat
Model Estate Uno
Year Released 1986 1989
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2370 mm