1994 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1994 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Uno | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Taurus |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2868 mm |