1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 300 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |