2005 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 16 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 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | Uno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
