1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Pony |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
