1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 230 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, 1991 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Uno | Laser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
