1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
