1986 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 660 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 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | Uno |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |