1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Tipo | Duster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
