1993 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | Uno | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
