1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 549 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 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 307 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
