1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 12 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Duna | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
