1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
