1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 970 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Uno | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 325 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 | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |