1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Duna | Samara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
