1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 825 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 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
