1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1989 Fiat Uno and 1989 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 201 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Uno | 460 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |