1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
