1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 515 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 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Uno | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1317 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
