1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum

To start off, both 1990 Fiat Uno and 1990 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 210 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.

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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Uno Quantum
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1367 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2560 mm


 

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