1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Honda Insight

To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 20 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 482 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 2010 Honda Insight
Make Fiat Honda
Model Uno Insight
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1237 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2550 mm


 

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