1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 705 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Uno | Altea |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |