1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 575 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 1999 Honda NSX 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 1999 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Duna | NSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
