1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 692 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 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Uno | 993 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
