1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 385 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |