1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Uno | Ascona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |