1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Today |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |