1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |