1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
