1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |