2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1990 Fiat Uno

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 16 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 1990 Fiat Uno
Make Buick Fiat
Model Terraza Uno
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 762 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2370 mm


 

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