1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 141 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.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Duna | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |