1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1495 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
