1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 492 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duna | GTI |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
