1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara is newer by 7 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Samara weights approximately 105 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, 1996 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1996 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | Samara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
