1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
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 Fiat Duna (105 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada. 1978 Fiat Strada has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat Strada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
