1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 655 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 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Uno | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
