1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, both 1989 Dodge Shadow and 1989 Fiat Uno were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 265 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Shadow | Uno |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
