1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada. 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, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Granada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
