1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 819 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Uno | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3250 mm |