1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
