1988 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 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, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Uno. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Uno | 1985 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Uno | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
