1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 151 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 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
