1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 835 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Uno | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
