2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 15 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1006 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Uno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
