1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 679 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.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
