1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 524 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.
Because 1995 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Uno | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
