1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 468 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Uno | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |