1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 211 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 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3510 mm |
