1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |