1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 420 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 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Duna | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
