1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
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 Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 435 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 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
