1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 627 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 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 | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
