1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Uno | Barina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2250 mm |
