1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 915 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.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2930 mm |