1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 432 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Uno | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |