1999 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Fiat Duna

To start off, both 1999 Acura NSX and 1999 Fiat Duna were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 579 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura NSX 1999 Fiat Duna
Make Acura Fiat
Model NSX Duna
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1581 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2370 mm