1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 17 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1514 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 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
