1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 13 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Linea weights approximately 255 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Linea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
