1987 Fiat Uno vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1560 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Uno | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |
