1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 535 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Uno | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
