1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 755 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Uno | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |