1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 1988 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |