2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 535 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.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
