1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 6 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1995 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
