1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 kg more 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 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 Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
