1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 348 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |