1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 852 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 2005 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
