1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1993 Fiat Uno

To start off, both 1993 Aston Martin Virage and 1993 Fiat Uno were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Aston Martin Virage 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 1993 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Aston Martin Virage 1993 Fiat Uno
Make Aston Martin Fiat
Model Virage Uno
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1116 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 344 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm


 

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