1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
