1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1989 Fiat Uno and 1989 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 105 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 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1989 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Uno | Nova |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
