1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 20 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Citi |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
