1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 16 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), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 540 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
