1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1984 Ford Granada 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 1984 Ford Granada. 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, 1984 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
