1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 5 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 59 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Duna | Pod |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
