1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 105 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Accent |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
