1994 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1994 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Uno | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2881 mm |
