1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 92 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Duna | C3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
