1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 885 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 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | V70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
