1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Uno weights approximately 15 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | Uno |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
