1986 Fiat Uno vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 27 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 798 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Fiat Uno | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Uno | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |