1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 525 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 1985 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Uno | 944 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |