1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Duna | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |