1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 320 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 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 306 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
