1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | Uno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
