1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | Duna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
