1979 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Fiat Uno

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Buick Regal 1990 Fiat Uno
Make Buick Fiat
Model Regal Uno
Year Released 1979 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4348 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 119 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2370 mm