1995 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 46 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Uno | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
