1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 445 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 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
