1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
