1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 163 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Uno |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
