1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Duna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
