1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |