1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 479 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, 1994 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
