1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 710 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.
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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 1988 Cadillac DeVille 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. 1988 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | Uno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
