1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 14 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), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 706 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (85 Nm). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
