1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 470 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |