1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 1985 Lada 2104. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
