1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Duna | 914 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
