1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 276 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
