2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 506 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Uno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2370 mm |
