1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1990 Fiat Uno and 1990 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 780 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |