1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 192 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
