1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1979 Isuzu Florian 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 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Uno | Florian |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
