1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 11 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 885 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Uno | Thesis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |