1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 385 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.
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, 1995 Opel Vectra (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
