1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 206 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Ka |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |