1990 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1995 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
