1994 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 Fiat Uno.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1994 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Uno | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Uno | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
