1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 9 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Uno | 146 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
