1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai 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 18 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| 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 | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
