1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 8 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, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 210 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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | Brava |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
