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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 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 440 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 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 | 1698 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |