1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 825 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 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
