1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 820 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Uno | Defender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |