1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 244 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Jazz |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |