2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Uno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
