1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2095 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 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3400 mm |
