1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1455 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.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Fiat Uno 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Uno Touareg
Year Released 1989 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1697 cc 3597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 20.5:1 12.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 855 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2860 mm


 

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