1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 9 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 415 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Duna | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
