1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 106 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
