1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 35 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Duna | Samara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
