1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Uno | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
