1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Uno | Volare |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |