1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 695 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 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Uno | 328 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2761 mm |
