1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 7 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 94 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Uno | Samara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |