1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 615 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 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
