1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 95 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 Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Yaris |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |