1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
