1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1986 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Volvo P 1800 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 1962 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
