1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 22 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 815 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 2012 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Uno | 328 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
