1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 700 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Duna | Vectra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |