1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 585 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Duna | Verada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
