1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1977 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
