1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 931 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 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | LTD |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |