1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 381 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 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
