1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1190 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 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2980 mm |
