1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 90 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 1998 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
