1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 240 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
