2009 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
