1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 110 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 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Echo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
