1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
