1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara 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 12 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
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 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Duna | Samara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
