1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 18 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
