1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 283 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1317 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
