1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
