1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
