1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | Carol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
