1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 59 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Starlet |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |