1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 450 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 Holden Kingswood 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 Holden Kingswood. 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 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Uno | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |