1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 970 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Uno | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
