1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | Duna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
