1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 460 weights approximately 215 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 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Uno | 460 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |