1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 620 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Uno Frontier
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1367 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 71 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 382 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3200 mm


 

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