2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1995 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1995 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
