1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 282 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Uno | 440 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |