1994 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 374 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
