1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 295 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Uno | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |