1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 121 weights approximately 65 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 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 121 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
