1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 335 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
