1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 390 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 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Uno | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
