1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 1954 Oldsmobile 88
Make Fiat Oldsmobile
Model Uno 88
Year Released 1990 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 5320 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3110 mm


 

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