1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 365 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 Soarer 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 Soarer. 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 Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer 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 Soarer | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Soarer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |