1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 355 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2000 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
