1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 23 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 77 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, 2012 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Ka |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
