1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto 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 (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Uno | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
