1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 460 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 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Uno | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |