1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 835 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
