1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra 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 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
