1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
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 Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 319 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana 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 Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Santana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
