1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 710 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 2002 Holden Berlina 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 2002 Holden Berlina. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Duna | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
