1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 23 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1322 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 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Uno | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
