1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |