1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 362 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, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
