1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
