1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 242 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Ascona (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
