1987 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1987 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Uno | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Uno | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3230 mm |
