1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1996 Opel Tigra 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Tigra weights approximately 225 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
