1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 220 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 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
