1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 772 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
