1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 78 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1996 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Ka |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |