1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 440 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
