1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 404 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Juke |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
