1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 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 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1200 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 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Uno | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |