1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 262 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |