1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 725 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.
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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Inspire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
