1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 566 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 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Uno | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |