1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 9 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), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 384 kg more than 1989 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 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Uno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
