1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
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 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
