1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 790 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
