1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Ford Corsair

To start off, both 1989 Fiat Uno and 1989 Ford Corsair were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 260 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Fiat Uno 1989 Ford Corsair
Make Fiat Ford
Model Uno Corsair
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2560 mm


 

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