1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 715 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.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Uno | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
