1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 22 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Micra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
