1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duna | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
