1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1996 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1996 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Punto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
