1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 21 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 490 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, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uno | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
