1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1025 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 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Uno | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Uno | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3080 mm |