1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 10 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 387 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Uno | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
