1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1975 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Uno | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2090 mm |