1995 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Uno | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uno | T5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
