1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1989 Fiat Uno and 1989 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 345 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 1989 Opel Omega 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 1989 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1989 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Uno | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |