1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 7 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 175 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.
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 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Uno |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
