1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 13 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
