1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Uno | Carlton |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |