1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 545 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 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
