1995 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Uno | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Uno | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1371 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |