1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 785 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 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Duna | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
