1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Uno | Retona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |