1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 1972 Nissan Laurel 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 1972 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1972 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
