1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 974 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, 2008 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2008 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
