1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
