1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 1996 Kia Capital 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. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Duna | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
