1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 216 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Carina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |