1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 145 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, 1987 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
