1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 575 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
