1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 930 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 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Uno | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |