1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |