1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 620 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 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |