1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 200 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 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1999 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
