1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla 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 1982 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1982 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |