1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 680 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Uno | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |