1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 430 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 605 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
