1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 13 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 383 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Duna | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
