1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 847 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3100 mm |
