1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1991 Volvo 440
To start off, 1991 Volvo 440 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 440 weights approximately 275 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 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1991 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
