2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 72 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Fiorino | Uno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
