1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 915 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 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Fiat Uno | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Uno | 535 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |