1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Uno | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
