1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
