1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Uno | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |