1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 280 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | 480 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
