1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
