1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Duna | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1867 mm |