1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 130 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 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Uno | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
