1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1382 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Uno Touareg
Year Released 1990 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 2137 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2893 mm


 

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