1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 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 1 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | 14 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
