1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Carina 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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, 1973 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Carina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |