1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 798 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 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
