1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 730 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
