1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 640 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna. 2000 Honda Shuttle 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. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 2000 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |