1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Uno | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1317 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 925 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 |