1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 225 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, 1999 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
