1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 208 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 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |