1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Duna | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
