1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 714 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
