1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Life weights approximately 50 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 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Uno | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |