1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1856 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 Ford E-Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3505 mm |
