1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 389 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Uno | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
