1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1972 Opel Ascona 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 1972 Opel Ascona. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Uno | Ascona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |