1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
