1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
