1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Honda Accord

To start off, 1998 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 547 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 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 1998 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Uno Accord
Year Released 1990 1998
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2670 mm


 

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