1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 218 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
