1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 773 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 1998 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Uno | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
