1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tracker | Duna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
