1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 535 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
