1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Porsche 928

To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Duna 1988 Porsche 928
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Duna 928
Year Released 1996 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 307 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 78.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2510 mm


 

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