1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 691 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
