1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 11 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 325 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
