1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 110 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Duna | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
