1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
