2009 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 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 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
