1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | Duna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
