1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 295 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Uno |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
