1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 400 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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Uno | 45 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |