1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1990 Fiat Uno and 1990 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 240 weights approximately 535 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 Volvo 240 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 Volvo 240. 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 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Uno | 240 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |