1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 595 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Altezza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |