1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
