1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Mazda Carol 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | Carol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
