1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 490 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
