1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 7 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 327 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (172 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Duna | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
