1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 589 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 Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
