1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 597 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2725 mm |