1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1185 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
