1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Punto and 1989 Fiat Uno are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Uno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
