1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 175 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 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 309 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
