1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Uno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
