1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1986 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
