1993 Fiat Uno vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 571 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.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
