1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 270 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.
Because 1996 Fiat 131 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 1996 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
