1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 546 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
