1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Uno | Volare |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |