1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2002 Honda Saber
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber 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 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 605 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2002 Honda Saber | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Duna | Saber |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2649 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
