1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 111 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
