1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Duna and 1997 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Nova weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna. 1997 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1997 Holden Nova | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Duna | Nova |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |