1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
